Miss Tall International Jenny Kosiec, right, of San Diego, and Barry Umbs, of Franklin, Wis., treasurer of the Tall Clubs International, are among tall people who are visiting the area to celebrate.

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In this organization, members use terms like "vertically gifted" or "tall personality" to describe themselves.

The High Cincinnatians Tall Club, or the High-Cs, are marking the club's 60th anniversary, as they meet in Covington this weekend. The gathering is one of Tall Clubs International's periodic social gatherings for its 2,000 members from throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Tristate women who are 5-foot-10 or taller, and men who are at least 6-foot-2 will use the occasion to bond with folks of similar stature. Activities include a Shamrock-themed dance, sightseeing at local ...